Cymbidium Sarah Jean 'Elizabeth' is a selected cultivar from the grex Cymbidium Sarah Jean. This grex results from the cross Cymbidium devonianum × Cymbidium Sleeping Beauty, registered in 1984 by A. Hodgins. It is a cascading-type hybrid known for its prolific, soft cream-pink flowers. This cultivar is best suited to basket culture and pot-only growing, with flowering typically beginning in July under cool to temperate conditions.
Key Characteristics
Flower size: Medium (approx. 7 cm)
Flower colour & pattern: Creamy white with pale pink blush and soft lip markings
Spike habit: Cascading; short, arching spikes
Blooming season: Early to mid-season (from July)
Plant size: Compact to medium
Growth habit: Clumping, suitable for basket culture
Fragrance: Lightly fragrant (if any)
Flower count per spike: 30+
Bloom longevity: 4–6 weeks
Care Notes
Position: Bright filtered light or morning sun
Water: Water regularly in active growth; reduce in winter
Potting: Free-draining orchid mix; suitable for baskets or pots only
Feeding: Fortnightly with balanced fertiliser during growth; switch to bloom formula in winter
Climate: Cool to temperate conditions; protect from frost
Repotting: Every 2–3 years after flowering or when overcrowded
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